Today on Lake Effect, we learn how a group of medical students are working to dispel myths and provide COVID-19 information to Milwaukee’s Latinx community. Then, examine how Wisconsin’s harsh penalties hurt its ability to help incarcerated people. We learn about 5 things to do this month in Milwaukee. Plus, comedian Charlie Berens talks about his new book, The Midwest Survival Guide.
Guests:
- Ana Maria Viteri and Jessie Duarte, co-presidents of the Latino Medical Student Association’s chapter at the Medical College of Wisconsin; Raquel Valdes, community service co-chair for the chapter
- Champe Barton, reporter for The Trace
- Adam Carr, community engagement editor for the Milwaukeea Neighborhood News Service
- Charlie Berens, comedian and author of The Midwest Survival Guide